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Financial Intermediation
US
updated 8 months ago

First Western Financial, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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First Western Financial, Inc., commonly referred to as First Western, is a prominent financial services firm headquartered in the United States. Established in 2002, the company has carved a niche in the wealth management and private banking sectors, primarily serving clients in the western regions of the country. With a focus on delivering personalised financial solutions, First Western offers a range of core services, including investment management, private banking, and trust services. What sets them apart is their commitment to understanding the unique needs of each client, ensuring tailored strategies that align with individual goals. Recognised for its innovative approach and client-centric philosophy, First Western has achieved significant milestones in the financial industry, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for wealth management.

DitchCarbon Score

How does First Western Financial, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29

Industry Benchmark

First Western Financial, Inc.'s score of 25 is lower than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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First Western Financial, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

First Western Financial, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. As of now, First Western Financial, Inc. does not inherit emissions data from any parent or related organizations, meaning all information is self-reported and reflects their current status in climate commitments. Without specific emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is unclear how the company is addressing its carbon footprint or contributing to broader climate goals. In the context of the financial industry, many firms are increasingly adopting science-based targets and sustainability initiatives to mitigate climate impact. However, First Western Financial, Inc. has yet to establish or disclose such commitments.

How Carbon Intensive is First Western Financial, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. First Western Financial, Inc.'s primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is First Western Financial, Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for First Western Financial, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

First Western Financial, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

First Western Financial, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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